Description
Savor the irresistible flavor of Honey Chicken Tenders in the Air Fryer, a quick and easy recipe that transforms juicy chicken tenders into crispy bites coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, these tenders are cooked to golden perfection while keeping your meal healthier with minimal oil. Enjoy them as a main dish, slice them for salads, or wrap them up for a delicious lunch option—this versatile recipe has something for everyone!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- ⅓ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and ground ginger. Add chicken tenders and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Set up your breading station with flour mixed with salt, pepper, and garlic powder in one dish; beaten egg in another; and panko breadcrumbs in a third.
- Dredge each marinated tender in flour, dip it into the egg, and coat it with panko breadcrumbs.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray the basket with cooking spray.
- Arrange breaded tenders in a single layer and lightly spray tops; cook for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 chicken tenders (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg